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Dispute Resolution News, Employment | 23rd October 2023

Employment non-competes look set to shrink

The Government plans to prune restrictions around non-compete clauses when employees leave to join a competitor or set up a rival business, according to a...

Jane Crosby

Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution & Accredited Mediator

Co-ownership of property- can I sell my share?

It’s no secret that property prices have risen so high that it’s difficult for many people to get on the property ladder. Many couples these...

Lucy Penfold

Senior Solicitor, Dispute Resolution

Residential landlords in the sight line over illegal renters

The Government’s crackdown on illegal migration has seen a tripling of penalties for landlords who fail to enforce ‘right-to-rent’ rules.  The move will see landlords...

Lucy Penfold

Senior Solicitor, Dispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution News | 11th September 2023

Garden Alterations and Neighbour Disputes

As soon as nice weather arrives, many residents take to their gardens to enjoy being outside and make alterations to enhance their outdoor spaces. However,...

Lucy Penfold

Senior Solicitor, Dispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution News, Employment | 20th August 2023

No big bonfire for holiday regulations

Managers on the look-out for changes in employment law following Brexit need to prepare for new holiday entitlement and pay calculations. The Retained EU Law...

Jane Crosby

Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution & Accredited Mediator

Renters (Reform) Bill- what are the proposed changes and will...

There has been talk for a long time about changes to renting. This year we have seen the Renters (Reform) Bill (Bill 308 2022-23 (as...

Lucy Penfold

Senior Solicitor, Dispute Resolution

What is contentious probate?

Contentious probate refers to any disputes about an individual's estate when they are no longer here. This process can be difficult for families and lead...

Lucy Penfold

Senior Solicitor, Dispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution News, Employment | 19th April 2023

A right royal holiday clash

Holiday pay for the additional bank holiday on 6th May to celebrate the upcoming coronation is giving employers a headache before a toast has been...

Jane Crosby

Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution & Accredited Mediator
Dispute Resolution News, Employment | 2nd February 2023

Managing mental health issues in the workplace

Jane Crosby from Hart Brown Solicitors advises business on best practices and policies in managing mental health issues Harry and Meghan have done a significant...

Jane Crosby

Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution & Accredited Mediator